Justice of the Peace District 5
Filing information for Justice of the Peace District 5 in Cankton, LA. Part of the St. Landry Parish small claims court system.
E-Filing
Not available
Max Claim
$5,000
Courthouse Details
Justice of the Peace District 5
476 Main Street
Cankton, LA 70584
Hours: Varying by Justice of the Peace, likely by appointment
Area Served
District 5 (Cankton area)
How to File at Justice of the Peace District 5
File in person
Bring your completed forms to the courthouse during business hours.
File by mail
Most small claims courts accept filing by mail — check with this court first. Typically you mail your completed forms with the filing fee plus a self-addressed stamped envelope for your returned copies.
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